How can I protect myself against identity theft?

When dealing with identity theft and information security, it's hard to know where to begin. We've put together a list of tips to help you protect your information. Some of the most important points to keep in mind are:

  • Don't share confidential information (like your Social Security number or mother's maiden name) with others.
  • Change your passwords (both for ShareBuilder and for other web sites) on a regular basis.
  • Review ShareBuilder's Email Communication Security statement to help you identify legitimate emails coming from ShareBuilder
  • Never send your username, password, credit card number or other personal information via email – it isn't a secure way to communicate private information

These are just a few suggestions for how you might protect yourself. For more information about what you can do to protect yourself, see our Security and Protection Center.
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